African athletes have blazed a trail at Winter Olympics for over 60 years

Athletes from around the world are in the Italian Alps for the opening of the 2026 Winter Olympics on Friday – including 13 sportspeople from eight African countries. Though the continent isn't associated with winter sports,
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Representation on the rise: African nations double presence at these Winter Olympics

Fourteen athletes from eight African nations are set to compete at the Winter Olympics, marking a significant increase from Beijing 2022.
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Africa at the Winter Olympics - South Africa sends five athletes to Milano Cortina

South Africa are set to be the best-represented African country at the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympics (Feb. 6-22), with five athletes expected to participate among a total 13 from the continent.
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African Nations Make Winter Olympic History

African Nations Make Winter Olympic History Record 15 athletes from eight countries compete despite high costs and logistical barriers

2026 Winter Olympics results: Jordan Stolz sets record, wins gold; Madison Chock, Evan Bates take silver

Jordan Stolz emerged as the breakout star of these Games while Madison Chock and Evan Bates came up just short of gold